Registered Nurse (Infection Control and Officer)

Queensland Health; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible work options

Parental leave

Private health insurance discount

Fitness passport

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Registered Nurse to support the Infection Prevention and Control Service. You will deliver holistic nursing care to patients and staff, contribute to infection control programs and support accreditation activities across CQHHS facilities.

Role requires evidence-based practice, strong communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, as well as a commitment to continuous education and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Knowledge of clinical quality, patient safety and risk management.
• Experience with accreditation standards and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic, person-centred nursing care to patients, outpatients and staff.
• Support implementation and monitoring of infection control plans and respiratory protection.
• Contribute to accreditation, quality improvement and clinical safety activities.

Skills

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Risk management

Quality & patient safety

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Tools

Office software

Job description

About us:Central Queensland Health's Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Service plays a vital role in keeping patients, staff and communities safe across the entire HHS. Working across hospitals, aged care facilities and community-based services, this multidisciplinary team helps prevent healthcare-associated infections, manage emerging risks and maintain high standards of clinical safety.From infection surveillance and outbreak prevention to staff immunisation, respiratory protection, hand hygiene and education, the team provides practical expertise and guidance that supports safer healthcare every day.About the role:Deliver holistic, person-centred and evidence-based nursing care to patients, outpatients and staff within the Infection Prevention and Control Service.Support the implementation and ongoing monitoring of CQHHS's Infection Control Management Plan, including the respiratory protection program.Contribute to accreditation, quality improvement and clinical safety activities, ensuring infection prevention standards, policies and procedures are maintained across the HHS.Identify, minimise and manage infection control and workplace risks to protect patients, staff, visitors and the wider community.About you:Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with knowledge of clinical quality, patient safety, risk management and relevant accreditation standards.Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in contemporary computer applications, reporting and information systems.Ability to support the delivery and evaluation of infection prevention and control programs, including clinical and non-clinical audits, system reviews, education and staff training.What we offer:Total remuneration value of up to $128,480 p.a. is comprised of:An hourly rate between $44.27 - $56.79 p.h.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingAdditional Benefits:Ongoing Professional Development and Education OpportunitiesFlexible Work-Life Balance and VarietyGenerous Salary Sacrificing OptionsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.How to apply:To apply, please submit the following:Your current CV or resume, including referees.A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.For assistance:Contact [e-mail] the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6K696178Applications close: Monday, 16 November 2026#Rockhampton #CQHHSThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.